Identify a true statement about how the growing power of the Republican Party in Texas has affected the executive branch of Texas government.
1) The growing power of the Republican Party has led to increased executive authority in Texas.
2) The growing power of the Republican Party has resulted in a decrease in the power of the executive branch in Texas.
3) The growing power of the Republican Party has had no impact on the executive branch of Texas government.
4) The growing power of the Republican Party has led to a more balanced distribution of power between the executive and legislative branches in Texas.